Makes annual compensation paid to surviving spouses of certain blind or disabled veterans payable from date of veteran's death.
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This bill amends existing law to ensure that annual compensation payments to surviving spouses of certain blind or disabled veterans begin from the date of the veteran’s death, rather than the date of discharge or release. Currently, these payments were only due from the date of application, potentially delaying benefits for surviving spouses. The bill clarifies that accrued payments should be paid in a lump sum within 90 days of the effective date, and updates the relevant statutes to reflect this change.
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